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An initial draft of this script was created by NerdWallet using automation technology, then thoroughly reviewed, edited and fact-checked by NerdWallet’s human writers and editors. If you’re looking to lower a utility bill, calling a customer service representative can help. (Look for this number on your bill or company website.) You could potentially get a […]
Purchased home in Southern California with an interest rate of 2.875%. Home is now valued at ~ $840,000, could realistically walk away with high 300’s to low 400’s if I were to sell thanks to a large downpayment + appreciation. Mortgage + HOA is ~$3100. Market rent for this area would be ~$3750-$4000 a month. […]
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that amidst the impending return of Donald Trump to the White House, observers expect a lighter-touch regulatory environment for RIAs (and the financial services industry as a whole), with many regulations proposed (but not yet implemented) […]
Children eating pizza at the kids’ party. By SA Forum Members It’s a meal that is sure to please the kids and a nice change of pace when you don’t feel like cooking a full meal. Just because it can be an easy meal doesn’t mean that you need to pay a lot for […]
At some point, you may have seen the question, “Would you rather have a penny that doubles each day for a month or 1 million dollars?” You may be wondering whether the option you’d instinctively choose is the best option. Fortunately, you can figure it out with a little math. If you had to pick […]
Everyone has dreamt about what they would do with the money if they won the lottery. With lottery numbers reaching record highs, it is a popular topic. However, is there really a “smart” way to play the Power Ball? Is it just a waste of money? Should you be picking your own numbers or let […]
Source: The College Investor The Biden administration published a new regulatory proposal for student loan forgiveness for borrowers who experience financial hardship on October 31, 2024. There is a 30-day public comment period which ends on December 2, 2024. The final rule probably won’t be published until early 2025. This proposal is likely to be […]
The 401(k) contribution limit for employees in 2025 has increased to $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. The employer contribution limit also rises to $46,500, bringing the combined employee and employer 401(k) contribution limit to $70,000 for 2025. Don’t underestimate the power of employer 401(k) contributions, especially as you advance in your career. As you […]
Do you want to find the best apps to earn gift cards for free? There are lots of apps that can help you do just that. These apps let you get rewards like free gift cards or cash for things you might already be doing, like shopping online, playing games, or taking surveys. Many of… […]
When is Black Friday 2024? Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving — this year, Nov. 29 — and it has typically been the kickstart to the holiday shopping season. Hundreds of retailers launch special in-store and online sales that are meant to encourage shoppers to check items off their list. Black Friday is a […]